What is the recommended action when you notice a vehicle in your blind spot?

What is the recommended action when you notice a vehicle in your blind spot?

• A. Maintain your speed and avoid changing lanes.
• B. Move closer to the vehicle to block the lane.
• C. Perform quick over-the-shoulder check before changing lanes.
• D. Ignore it and continue.

Answer: (C)

When you notice a vehicle in your blind spot, the important step is to verify the lane is truly clear before changing lanes. The recommended action is to perform a quick over-the-shoulder check. Turning your head to look over your rear shoulder gives you a real view of the lane beside you—something mirrors alone can miss—so you can confirm whether it’s safe to move. Pair that with signaling and glancing in your mirrors, and only proceed if the lane is clear. If you still see a vehicle there, maintain your current lane or adjust your speed to wait until the blind spot is empty.

When you notice a vehicle in your blind spot, the important step is to verify the lane is truly clear before changing lanes. The recommended action is to perform a quick over-the-shoulder check. Turning your head to look over your rear shoulder gives you a real view of the lane beside you—something mirrors alone can miss—so you can confirm whether it’s safe to move. Pair that with signaling and glancing in your mirrors, and only proceed if the lane is clear. If you still see a vehicle there, maintain your current lane or adjust your speed to wait until the blind spot is empty.